Milanello Corner

Having been rumored to win the award for times and times by the media, finally the news have come true as the latest report stated that Barcelona and Argentina's super star Lionel Messi has been heralded as this year's Ballon d'Or winner beating the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo on second place and the Argentinian player's club teammate Xavi Hernandez that arrives at third place. According to Goal.com , the Barcelona's ace has managed to receive a record breaking votes of about 473 out of the possible 480 points, moreover this award also made Messi as the first Argentinian to win the Ballon d'Or. The 22 years-old reportedly will official received the award on Sunday evening, at a Gala event in Paris. Speaking about his excitement of receiving the award at France Football's website, Leo Messi said, "It is my great honour to be selected for the Ballon d'Or, but also to be the first Argentine in history to receive this award,"Moreover he added, ...

It might be a little late but still is great to see two amazing late goals from Klaas Jan Huntelaar against Catania, on Sunday night. It was an emotional win in the end for the Milan boys as after the final whistle everyone congratulate the Hunter for his two goals which were his first ever on a Milan shirt. The most interesting thing is on both goals he collaborate with Pippo which in theory is a bit hard to digest as the two are supposed to be strikers with the same characteristic, however in terms of extraordinary situation the two somehow manage to combine well and Hunt finally gets his break. As for the second goal, it was obvious that the Dutch striker has finally find his confidence as he put in a class goal with a lovely chip that beats Andujar for the second time in just a minute after the first goal. The big question is would this finally be the real turning point for Hunt's future in Milan? only time will tell, at the moment surely the striker would cherish his two g...

Milan takes a bad trend as the team lost out on their third friendly game this summer against CF America in Atlanta, USA. I'll rossoneri which is involved in this year's World Club Football Challenge in the states, fail to register a win in their first game as the Mexican club, takes them down in an pretty interesting and rough game. The first half, was started in a nice tempo, with the Mexican has more of the attacking intentions despite not making many clear cut chances except for one shoot from Cabanas that was easily pick up by the goal keeper. Nevertheless, Club America managed to test out Milan's defense that stud out pretty well with Allesandro Nesta seems set for this season. Despite not making lots of shots on goal, Milan had the better chances from the two in the first half with Antonini's shot which ballooned over after his nice run spotted by Ronaldinho, another best chance for the I'll Diavollo Rosso comes from Dinho's free kick which hits the bar. ...

The rumor mill about Milan's transfer is going stronger and wider each time as the latest news from the media suggested that the Rossoneri are planning to take either or maybe both Amantino Mancini or David Trezeguet. There are reports that Mancini could be brought as a loan deal with a buy out option as for Trezegol the media suggested that he could be swapped with Massimo Oddo. However both of the news remains uncertain as there are no official statement from Milan or either Inter and Juve as the two players current club. However, both Mancini and Trezeguet are being touted as the players that will leave their teams before the serie A resume in August. This rumors about the Italian most successful club in Europe keeps on emerging as the team is being considered not to buy a decent replacement yet for the departure of their talisman Ricky Kaka. Up till now, Milan has only bought Onyewu on a free transfer deal and getting back some of their loaned out talent such as Abate and Di Ge...

Arriving back to the Milan camp after an extra holiday given due to his participation for the Italian U-21 at the latest European U-21 championship, Ignazio Abate talked to Milan channel, revealing his excitement to play for Milan after series on loan experiences. Speaking about returning to Milan, Abate stated that "I've come here with great humility, I'll try to take my chances and put the coach in difficulty. I only have to think about working and being ready." Moreover Abate also added that he is confident that he will fit properly in Milan's new system as he claimed that Leo's new tactics is suitable to his playing characteristic. "The coach and my team mates know my characteristics, I'll try to use them to the fullest. Concerning the system, I think it's right for my characteristics, so I'll have more chances compared to previous years and as I said I have to be ready, " Abate said. Beside talking about his preparation, the 23 your ...

Milan's loaned out midfielder Yoan Gourcuff signaling that he would like another shot in serie A and a chance to prove his worth especially to Milan. The young French starlet who currently playing for Bordeaux revealed his wishes to the press recently saying that he is ready to play for a bigger club and would love to return in serie A. However Gourcuff did added that even if he won't be returning to Milan it would be a problem to him as long as he can play at a club as big as Milan. For me his statement would just be an invitation for Milan to get more serious in bringing him back, sort of saying if you want me come get me!!!

Milan has already announced the 20 players that will be available for the friendly match against Rangers tonight 20:45 Italian time. From the list it looks like we will finally see the performance of Mattioni the new Brazilian RB. Here is the players that Carletto will brought against Rangers: GOALKEEPERS: Dida, Donnarumma (n.50) - DEFENDERS: Antonini, Darmian, Jankulovski, Senderos, Thiago Silva (n.33), Mattioni (n.2), Albertazzi (n.56) - MIDFIELDERS: Beckham, Cardacio, Flamini, Pirlo, Strasser (n.51) - STRIKERS: Kakà, Inzaghi, Pato, Seedorf, Shevchenko, Ronaldinho. Stay tuned for the result and after match review written by Dewa Nugraha